By Dale Faulkner — Large crowds attributed to COVID-19, the summer heat, and our local pop mega-star have combined to force visitor limitations at the Watch Hill Lighthouse.

By Ken Dixon — A New Haven state representative’s proposal to equalize beach access throughout Connecticut was the focus of sharp criticism Monday from suburban officials who claimed that even their own highly taxed residents have a hard time getting into small parking lots at a time when the lingering COVID pandemic has attracted more visitors than ever over the last two years.

By Brian Amaral — When COVID hit, some R.I. towns gave their residents priority by placing restrictions on out-of-towners

By Alex Nunes — The Rhode Island agency that manages coastal policy and enforcement is accepting public comment on what it identifies in a draft plan as top issues challenging the Rhode Island coastline.

By Alex Nunes — This summer, advocates say new parking restrictions and actions by private property owners are making it harder for some beachgoers to enjoy a day at the shore.

By Matt Hayes — Grant for $230,745 will pay for Walker Farm work. The matching grant will help officials expand the gravel parking lot, construct an accessible walkway to a new boat launch, and improve shore access for kayakers and rowers.